FSSC 22000 Food Safety Lead Auditor

Det Norske Veritas • $115K — $125K *
Oakland, CA 94601In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Food-related or Bioscience discipline
  • Two years of full-time experience in the food or associated industry
  • Current Lead Auditor certification for FSSC 22000 with approvals for categories CIV and K
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs and travel extensively
  • Valid driver's license for transportation purposes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Responsibilities

  • Perform onsite FSSC 22000 and/or BRCGS and/or SQF audits for clients
  • Review customer corrective actions and ensure timely closure
  • Provide clients with accurate reports on compliance or management system implementation
  • Document audit activities and outcomes
  • Engage with clients to discuss compliance levels and systems
  • Maintain a schedule of audit activities
  • Pursue continuous improvement of auditor credentials

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, and personal days
  • Multiple medical and dental plan options with vision benefits
  • Flexible spending accounts and employer-paid virtual care services
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Education reimbursement opportunities
  • Career advancement opportunities and flexible work schedules
Full Job Description
Job Description

DNV Business Assurance North America is seeking an FSSC 22000 Food Safety Lead Auditor for our Food & Beverage Management System service line. As third-party auditors, we assist clients of all sizes in achieving and maintaining internationally recognized certifications to guarantee the quality of their products. Lead Auditor qualification in another GFSI-recognized scheme is an asset, particularly BRCGS Food and/or SQF.

This is a remote position that is based out of one of our offices in AZ, FL, GA, OH, PA, TX, SC, NC, NJ, NY, CA, and Washington D.C. with travel up to 100%.

Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.

What You'll Do
  • Perform 3rd party onsite FSSC 22000 and/or BRCGS and/or SQF audits for North American customers
  • Provide timely and accurate reviews of customer corrective action and closure
  • Provide customers with timely, complete, and accurate reports of their current level of compliance or implementation of their management system
  • Document and report audit activities and results
  • Interact directly with clients at all levels of management in developing timely, complete, and accurate report of their current level of compliance or implementation of their management system
  • Maintain schedule of audit activity
  • Maintain appropriate auditor credentials and pursue advancement of those credentials and other related credentials as needed
  • Contribute to the growth and development of a world-class, industry-leading audit delivery team


Responsibilities

  • Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
  • Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
  • Spending accounts - FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
  • Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
  • Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
  • Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
  • Career advancement opportunities

**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

DNV provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. The actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. The range of starting pay for this role is $115,000 USD - $125,000 USD.

11.25.2026

Qualifications

What is Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Food-related or Bioscience discipline
  • Two (2) years of full-time experience in the food or associated industry
  • Current Lead Auditor certification for FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management Systems, with minimum approvals for categories CIV and K
  • Able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs in addition to transporting one's own luggage for multiple-day travel and push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, and kneel with that which is lifted, carried, or transported.
  • Able to walk and stand for up to four (4) hours at a time and maneuver throughout multiple levels of client sites either by stairs or elevator
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 100% of the time.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to rent and drive a car and travel on public conveyances when required
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills
  • We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

What is Preferred:
  • Current ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification
  • Current Lead Auditor certification for BRCGS or SQF

Behavioral Competencies
  • Ethical, i.e. fair, truthful, sincere, honest and discreet
  • Open-minded, i.e. willing to consider alternative ideas or points of view and drive change
  • Diplomatic, i.e. tactful in dealing with people
  • Collaborative, i.e. effectively and positively interacting with others
  • Observant, i.e. actively aware of physical surroundings and activities
  • Perceptive, i.e. instinctively aware of and able to understand situations
  • Versatile, i.e. adjusts readily to different situations
  • Tenacious, i.e. persistent, focused on achieving objectives
  • Decisive, i.e. reaches timely conclusions based on logical reasoning and analysis
  • Self-reliant, i.e. acts and functions independently while interacting effectively with others
  • Professional, i.e. exhibiting a courteous, conscientious and generally business-like demeanor in the workplace;
  • Morally courageous, i.e. willing to act responsibly and ethically even though these actions may not always be popular and may sometimes result in disagreement or confrontation
  • Organized, i.e. exhibiting effective time management, prioritization, planning, and efficiency

**Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position**

About Det Norske Veritas

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Joining Det Norske Veritas presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a global team of professionals dedicated to fostering innovation, leadership, and growth in the industry. Det Norske Veritas, a leader in risk management and quality assurance, offers a range of job opportunities that empower professionals to advance their careers in meaningful directions.

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Employees at Det Norske Veritas enjoy a range of benefits designed to support their professional and personal lives. From health and wellness programs to flexible working conditions, the company prioritizes employee well-being and job satisfaction.

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